
By Pamela McAleer
Pineapple Mango Salsa (8-9 Pints)
7 steps
Prep:1hCook:1h
A Taste of Sunshine in a Jar
If salsa could smile, this one would be grinning ear to ear. Bursting with juicy pineapple, sweet mango, garden-fresh tomatoes, and just the right touch of spice, this recipe balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors in every bite. The tropical fruit makes it a little unexpected, while smoky spices and lime keep it firmly in salsa territory.
It’s a crowd-pleaser with tortilla chips, but don’t stop there — try it spooned over grilled chicken, salmon, pork tenderloin, or even folded into rice bowls for a quick flavor upgrade. Best of all, it’s safe for canning, so you can capture a taste of summer sunshine to brighten up meals all year long.
Updated at: Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:13:06 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
45
Low
Glycemic Load
20
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories173.7 kcal (9%)
Total Fat1.2 g (2%)
Carbs40.5 g (16%)
Sugars30 g (33%)
Protein4.1 g (8%)
Sodium1511.3 mg (76%)
Fiber6.9 g (25%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
8 servings

8 cupstomatoes
peeled & chopped

4 cupsfresh pineapple
finely chopped

4 cupsmango
ripe, finely chopped

3 cupsred bell pepper
chopped

3 cupswhite onion
chopped

4jalapeños
medium, finely chopped, remove seeds for mild heat

6garlic cloves
large, minced

1 cupapple cider vinegar
or white vinegar for sharper tang

5 tspcanning salt

2 tspground cumin

2 tspchili powder
or ancho chili powder for smoky-mild

2 Tbsphoney
or brown sugar, optional, depending on fruit sweetness

3limes
Juice of, added at the end

1 cupfresh cilantro
chopped, optional, added at the end
Instructions
Step 1
Prep tomatoes (peel & chop). Dice pineapple & mango into small salsa-friendly cubes.
Step 2
In a large heavy pot, combine tomatoes, pineapple, mango, onion, peppers, jalapeños, garlic, vinegar, salt, cumin, and chili powder.
Step 3
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 25–30 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir often.
Step 4
Taste and adjust: add honey/brown sugar if needed for balance.
Step 5
Stir in lime juice (and cilantro if using) right before canning.
Step 6
Ladle into hot sterilized pint jars, leaving ½-inch headspace.
Step 7
Process in boiling water bath for 15 minutes (pints) — adjust for altitude.
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